Angela Castro
Parkway School District
Ballwin,MO
47
years of professional experience
Dedicated education professional with a strong background in teaching, substitute teaching, and family support. Brings strong classroom management, adaptability, and relationship-building skills to every setting. Committed to student engagement, consistent routines, and positive learning outcomes.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
5 Years 1 Month- Managed classroom behavior and reinforced district policies consistently.
- Adapted quickly to grade-level routines and changing student needs
- Followed safety procedures and maintained positive learning environment
Parent Educator/ Parents As Teachers Program
28 Years 9 Months- Facilitated parent education sessions covering child development, positive guidance, and school readiness strategies.
- Guided families through home-based learning activities supporting early literacy, language, and social-emotional growth.
- Communicated regularly with caregivers to address concerns, answer questions, and strengthen home-school collaboration.
- Assessed family needs and connected households with district and community resources.
- Organized workshops, materials, and outreach efforts to increase family participation in district programs.
- Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
Teacher
4 Years 9 Months- Delivered differentiated instruction to support varied learning needs and classroom performance.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with diocesan curriculum and grade-level learning standards.
- Assessed student progress using formal and informal evaluation methods.
- Managed classroom routines to maintain orderly, respectful learning environment.
- Integrated Catholic values into daily instruction, discussions, and student expectations.
- Communicated with parents and caregivers regarding academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Skills
Classroom management
Student engagement
Positive reinforcement
Behavior management
Classroom organization
Relationship management
Relationship building
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Parkway School District
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Parent Educator/ Parents As Teachers Program
Parkway School District
09.1992 - 06.2021Read More
Teacher
Archdiocese of Brooklyn, NY
09.1979 - 06.1984Read More
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Arts from Education
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